A resolution supporting humanitarian assistance, protection of civilians, accountability for abuses in Somalia, and urging concrete progress in line with the Transitional Federal Charter of Somalia toward the establishment of a viable government of national unity.

Summary

Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) the United States remains committed to the people of Somalia and to helping build the institutions necessary for a stable and peaceful nation; and (2) the President, in partnership with the African Union, the United Nations, and the international community, should provide humanitarian assistance, ensure accountability for parties responsible for violations of human rights and international humanitarian law in Somalia, and call on all parties to recommit to an inclusive dialogue to promote peace and security in Somalia and across the Horn of Africa. Urges the governments of Ethiopia and of Eritrea to assist in helping to bring about stability to Somalia.

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• Agreed to Senate (text)

  Agreed to Senate · EN · 21 May 2008

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• Agreed to Senate (PDF)

  Agreed to Senate · EN · 21 May 2008

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• Passed Senate without amendment

  summary · EN · 21 May 2008

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• Introduced in Senate (text)

  Introduced in Senate · EN · 29 April 2008

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• Introduced in Senate (PDF)

  Introduced in Senate · EN · 29 April 2008

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• Introduced in Senate

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